
What to Bring
Checklist of Items to bring to Boys State:
Signed medical waiver form to be turned in at registration.
Dress Code:
- Trousers (long pants, jeans, khakis, etc.) – Shorts are not allowed, except during recreation time.
- Belt – The Boys State shirt is worn tucked in, except during recreation time.
- Closed-toe shoes (tennis shoes, loafers, etc.) – Flip-flops are not allowed, except during recreation time.
- Socks
- The American Legion Boys State t-shirt, which will be available on site at a cost of $5.00 each (note: one shirt is provided as a part of the registration fee and it is recommended to purchase enough shirts to have 1 for each day of the session).
- Hats and backpacks are not allowed, except during recreation time.
- Laptop computers and tablet computers (e.g., iPads) are not allowed, except during recreation time. Each Boys Stater will have the opportunity to leave valuables with the Boys State Bank in a safety deposit box upon registration and during designated bank hours during recreation time; the American Legion is not responsible for lost valuables not deposited with the bank. Free WiFi access is not available.
Additional Items:
- Funds for incidental purchases (city pictures, snacks, Boys State memorabilia, etc.)
- Towels (2)
- Bath soap and shampoo
- Other personal hygiene supplies
- Appropriate clothing and shoes if participating in team sports (shorts are allowed, and official
t-shirt is worn during the athletic period) – cleats are not allowed - A few ballpoint pens for taking notes
- If participating in tennis, bring a racket
- If participating in the band, bring your instrument, even if it is large
Items provided:
- Sheets and pillow
- Boys State Manual
- One Boys State t-shirt with registration
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the program